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Smartcat vs TextMaster
Smartcat and TextMaster are both translation platforms. Fees — Smartcat: Freelancers set rates. TextMaster: Legacy per-word rates by level.
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Key differences
- Fees — Smartcat: Freelancers set rates. TextMaster: Legacy per-word rates by level.
- TextMaster screens providers before they can join, while Smartcat is open to anyone.
- TextMaster is the older platform — founded in 2011, 5 years before Smartcat (2016).
- Smartcat is based in United States, TextMaster in France.
Which should you choose?
Choose Smartcat if…
- You are just starting out and want to sign up without a screening.
Choose TextMaster if…
- You are an experienced professional ready to pass a screening.
- You prefer a long track record (since 2011).
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Smartcat
A translation platform combining AI translation with a marketplace of human linguists for editing and review.…
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TextMaster
A platform where vetted translators and copywriters take on paid content jobs.
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| Type | Translation platforms like Gengo | Translation platforms like Gengo |
| Category | Translation & Languages | Translation & Languages |
| Vetted | No | Yes |
| Work from home | Yes | Yes |
| Fees | Freelancers set rates | Legacy per-word rates by level |
| Withdraw via | Bank transfer, PayPal | — |
| Availability | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Founded | 2016 | 2011 |
| Headquarters | Boston, Massachusetts, United States | Paris, France |
| Popularity | 63 views · 0 likes | 57 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Smartcat or TextMaster?
Smartcat: Freelancers set rates. TextMaster: Legacy per-word rates by level.
Where are Smartcat and TextMaster available?
Smartcat: Worldwide. TextMaster: Worldwide.
Which is easier to join, Smartcat or TextMaster?
Smartcat — anyone can sign up, while TextMaster screens providers before accepting them.